Mobile User Experience

HYBRID EVENT, VIRTUAL SPEAKER In this talk, Sean Hoar will explore the transformative journey of AI’s role in modern software engineering, from rapid prototyping (“Vibe Coding”) to strategic AI integration by skilled practitioners. It clarifies the distinctions between AI-assisted, AI-enabled, and practitioner-led approaches, offering insights into how developers can effectively adapt to and harness AI tools. The presentation also highlights recent advancements and practical strategies for leveraging AI in daily workflows and long-term development.

NOTE: You MUST sign up and pay via our website to reserve your spot (https://flyingbuddhastudio.com/#Events). Simply responding yes to attend via Meetup does not hold your spot. Thank you for your understanding! Do backbends scare you? Let’s break them down! We’ll start by regulating our nervous system, then we’ll do different mobility-informed drills to practice pieces separately before putting it all together with lots of options and entries. Attendees will leave with a greater understanding of what their body needs to work on to achieve this shape. You’ll need two blocks and access to a wall. Cost of workshop: $65 *—Take two of Colleen’s workshops and get $10 in total savings—use promo code JOLLY10 at checkout!* Sign up: http://flyingbuddhastudio.com/#Events **Colleen’s workshops:** * **[Use Your Butt: Low-Flow, Pole-Assisted Body Part Balances (Intermediate) with Colleen Jolly](https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=574701&stype=-103&sTG=54&sView=day&sLoc=0&sTrn=100000146&date=01/17/26)** * [Spectacular Spreadies: Flying (Intermediate-Advanced) (Pole) with Colleen Jolly](https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=574701&stype=-103&sTG=54&sView=day&sLoc=0&sTrn=100000146&date=01/17/26) * [Roll Out: Intro to Rolls, Slides, and More! (Intermediate) (Lyra) with Colleen Jolly](https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=574701&stype=-103&sView=day&sLoc=0&sTrn=100000146&date=01/31/26) * [Bend Not Break: a Mobility-informed Backbend Workshop (Non-Pole) (All Levels/Beginner Friendly) with Colleen Jolly](https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=574701&stype=-103&sView=day&sLoc=0&sTrn=100000146&date=01/31/26) **About your instructor:** Colleen Jolly is a certified pole dance enthusiast and entrepreneur. She has been poling for 14+ years, owns and operates the International Pole Convention (PoleCon), is the Executive Director of the pole industry’s first trade association the IPIA, teaches movement in the DC metro area regularly, is a partner and instructor with 123 Poling.com, a Liquid Motion Master Trainer and On Demand Certification Coach, a RAD Mobility Ambassador, and was the Advanced Tricks and Mobility Instructor for the Pole Company. She is the model for the “Pole Anatomy” book by the Pole PT. Previously, she owned and managed a pole studio in Washington, DC. Currently Colleen regularly competes in pole dancing competitions at the professional level. She has performed at the Kennedy Center and with Snoop Dogg, but not at the same time. Her first book “Mobility for Pole” was published in the fall of 2022.

**\*\*\*This group is filled. Check out our next departure on Feb 20, 2026:** **https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/310787716/\*\*\*** Gaze at the Northern Lights, enjoy a sleigh ride, be a reindeer herder for a day, learn about the Sámi culture, visit an ice hotel, catch a fish (or two) through a hole in the ice, taste some good Scandinavian delicacies, visit the ABBA museum...My, oh my! These are just some of the fun activities we are planning to do during this once-in-a-life time adventure! Like all our adventures, this one is crafted from the ground up with the true spirit of Meetup in mind. We handle every little detail before and during the trip, accompany and guide the group, creating a stress-free journey with a laid-back, friendly vibe. No big tour operators, no inflated prices — we work directly with locals to give you authentic experiences and unbeatable value. Come as strangers, leave as lifelong friends — and make memories that stick forever! ***We visit:*** * Stockholm * Kiruna (Lapland) * Helsinki * Copenhagen (optional extension) ***The trip includes:*** \* 2 nights in Stockholm \* A night train from Stockholm to Lapland in a private sleeping compartment \* 4 nights in Kiruna \* 3 nights in Helsinki \* Airfare from Kiruna to Helsinki \* Arrival and departure transfers \* Sightseeing tours in Stockholm and Helsinki \* Boat ride in Stockholm \* Food tasting in Helsinki \* Breakfast daily \* 2 dinners and 3 lunches \* Northern Lights Tour \* Jukkasjärvi Icehotel Half-Day Tour \* Full-Day Reindeer Tour \* Ice Fishing or Husky Sleigh Ride **Price per person, double occupancy: $4770** (we match roommates for those wishing to share) **Price for single room: $6320** ***Not Included:*** x Transatlantic Airfare (we can help you arrange that) x Meals not listed above x Tips and any personal and incidental expenses x Optional extension to Copenhagen The only way to secure your spot is a $500 deposit **\*\*\*Deposit link removed as this date is sold out. You can reserve your spot for our next departure on Feb 20, 2026 [HERE](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/310787716/) \*\*\*** Deposit is refundable up to 90 days before the departure (less PayPal fees).\*\*\* Final payment due 60 days before departure\*\*\* ***[Click Here](https://forms.gle/MqXy8zWAB6pv2dW37)***[ and Fill out this Form if you are making a Deposit](https://forms.gle/MqXy8zWAB6pv2dW37) For a detailed Day By Day itinerary: **[Click Here](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8)**[ to fill out our info request form](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8) Limited capacity of 14 total. This trip will fill up extremely quickly. \*\*\*Airfare from/to the US not included\*\*\* **OPTIONAL EXTENSION TO COPENHAGEN offered at $590 per person/double or $785 solo occupancy (air from Helsinki to Copenhagen not included)** ***[Click Here](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=131297062)***[ to Message Direct to Anna with any questions including airfare quotes.](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=131297062) She can help you arrange the airfare and answer any logistics questions. [Click Here to see all our other fun events](https://www.meetup.com/CulturalArts/Events) SOT 2000318-10

* Experience a practice that encourages intentional & gentle movement, as well as stillness & observation * Experience mobility & flexibility for the whole body * Options encouraged, practice tailored for you * In person, online or recorded * Typically also offered weekly on Mondays & Tuesdays * Reserve your space: [https://square.link/u/jF5cSTGh](https://square.link/u/jF5cSTGh)

Let’s meet at Thai Tanium in Kentlands for some of their delicious food. Please only rsvp if you will attend. It is not fair to the restaurant to have no shows.

NOTE: You MUST sign up and pay via our website to reserve your spot (https://flyingbuddhastudio.com/#Events). Simply responding yes to attend via Meetup does not hold your spot. Thank you for your understanding! #### #### Thursdays, 5pm – 6pm 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12 with performance on 3/19 In this series students will be taught an aerial dance routine over the course of 8 weeks, ending with a performance for family and friends on 3/20. Students can expect to learn: * How different aerial moves and tricks link together to create a dance routine * How to dance with the aerial hammock * How to add in musicality and performance elements to the routine Prerequisite: Prior aerial experience and/or an Aerial Kids Foundations workshop. Class limited to 8 students. Ages 6-10. Cost of workshop: $420 for the series (payment plans are available, please inquire at the Front Desk) Sign up: https://flyingbuddhastudio.com/#Events Please note: attendees under the age of 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian.

We will be meeting at Starbucks to learn together. Come with an online class you're already going through or an interest and we will try to connect you with a course where you can learn it. Already have a skill you want to contribute to a Kaggle Datascience competition? We will work on these too! Laptop required :)